The difference between being interested in and showing interest in.

"Be interested in …" and "show interest in …" are two ways to express interest in something or an activity. They are different in interpretation, usage, use environment, influence scope and image.

1. Explain the difference:

-"Interested in ..." means that someone is interested in something or an activity and shows a proactive attitude.

-"expressing interest" means that someone shows or shows interest in something or an activity, and expresses a clear or clear attitude.

Example:

I recently became interested in photography and bought a new camera for a bookstore. I recently became interested in photography and bought a new camera. )

She showed her interest in joining the dance club by attending the public rehearsal of the club. She took part in the public rehearsal of the dance club, which showed her interest in joining the club. )

2. Differences in usage:

-"Interested in ..." is often used to state or describe someone's initiative to express interest.

-"show interest" is often used to emphasize someone's clear or obvious interest in something or activity.

Example:

She is interested in learning new languages. She is interested in learning new languages. )

He asked some insightful questions in the interview, showing his interest in the job. )

3. Use environmental differences:

-"Interested in ..." is usually used for personal interests, hobbies, studies, etc.

-"Show interest" is usually used in social, professional, interpersonal and other aspects.

Example:

After attending a star-gazing activity, I became interested in astronomy. )

-The company wants to hire people who are interested in teamwork and collaboration. The company wants to recruit people who are interested in teamwork and collaboration. )

4. Difference of influence scope:

-"Interested in ..." focuses on expressing one's interest in something or an activity, and emphasizes one's inner attitude.

-"Show interest" focuses on showing or showing someone's interest in something or activity, emphasizing the performance observed from the outside.

Example:

He is interested in classical music and often goes to concerts alone. )

The students showed great interest in the guest speaker's speech and asked many questions. )

5. Image difference:

-the image of "interested" is more inclined to inner feelings or attitudes.

-The image of "showing interest" is more inclined to externally observed behaviors or clear attitudes.

Example:

She really likes helping others. She really cares about helping others. )

The audience showed great interest in the magician's tricks. The audience showed great interest in the magician's magic performance. )